Traumatic Brain Injury

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a sudden jolt or penetrating blow to the head that impacts the brain and disrupts brain function.

Traumatic brain injuries can have life-changing effects on victims and their families alike. TBIs often require extensive emergency medical treatment and long-term care. In some cases, TBIs can lead to permanent disability or death.

The Oklahoma personal injury lawyers at Carr & Carr Attorneys at Law understand the physical challenges and financial hardships that accompany brain injuries, and we work hard to recover the financial security TBI victims and their families need. If you or a loved one suffered a brain injury caused by another’s negligence, please call us at 888-241-3130 to arrange your free consultation or contact us online to tell us your story now.

Traumatic Brain Injuries in Oklahoma

Motor vehicle accidents are among the most common causes of brain injuries.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health considers TBIs a “serious public health problem.” On average, more than 3,000 Oklahomans suffer traumatic brain injuries each year.

Any force strong enough to jar the brain within the skull can cause a TBI. The most common causes of TBIs include:

Children and senior citizens are especially vulnerable to complications from brain injuries.

Traumatic Brain Injury Complications

Concussions and other relatively “mild” forms of brain injuries may allow a full recovery with few lingering side-effects. TBIs, however, often cause longstanding or permanent complications that include but are not limited to:

Behavioral or emotional changes

Blood clots or stroke due to blood vessel damage

Cognitive dysfunction

Coma

Infections

Loss of sight, smell or taste

Memory loss

Recurring headaches

Seizures

Swelling caused by fluid in the brain

Severe TBIs may lead to a vegetative state or be fatal.

TBI Signs and Symptoms

Slip-and-fall accidents are common sources of brain injuries among the elderly.

TBI symptoms vary greatly, and some may appear immediately following the trauma while others may take days or weeks to become evident.

Physical signs of traumatic brain injuries include:

Blurred vision

Difficulty sleeping

Fatigue or weakness

Headaches

Loss of balance

Loss of consciousness

Loss of physical sensations

Nausea or vomiting

Cognitive symptoms of TBIs include:

Confusion about otherwise familiar people, places and things

Diminished attention span

Impaired decision-making abilities

Sudden memory loss

Behavioral indicators of traumatic brain injuries include:

Anxiety

Depression

Mood swings

Personality changes

Sexual inhibition or dysfunction

Social withdrawal

If you or a family member sustained head trauma, it’s a good idea to seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if no obvious signs of brain injuries are instantly noticeable.

Youth Sports and Traumatic Brain Injuries

In 2016, the Oklahoma Legislature standardized return-to-play protocols for youth sports athletes suspected of suffering a head or brain injury.

In recent years, many parents have become familiar with TBIs through youth sports, particularly football.

In 2016, the Oklahoma Legislature passed a law standardizing return-to-play protocols for youth-sports players. Schools, coaches, trainers and game officials must follow the new protocols to ensure head injuries are assessed and monitored carefully.

Among other things, Oklahoma’s law demands professional medical clearance for any player suspected of having a concussion or head injury. If a child suffers a brain injury and the proper protocols were not followed, the negligent parties may be held liable for resulting medical expenses and other damages.

Compensation for Traumatic Brain Injuries

The long-term costs of a TBI often exceed $1 million, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If another’s negligence led to a brain injury, the victim and his or her family members may be entitled to compensation.

The Oklahoma brain injury attorneys at Carr & Carr have an extensive record of success in severe injury cases, and we understand the overwhelming costs associated with TBIs and their treatment. Compensation in TBI cases may include money for damages that include:

Current and future medical costs

Lost wages or loss of earning potential

Pain and suffering

Disability

Lifestyle modifications

If the brain injury resulted in death, our lawyers may be able to help surviving family members pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim.

Experienced Legal Help for TBI Victims

Financial compensation obviously can’t cure a brain injury or replace a loved one, but it can help victims and their families cope with the recovery process and move forward with their lives.

At Carr & Carr, we offer free consultations to answer your questions and help you understand your legal rights. Our attorneys also work on a contingent-fee basis, which means you don’t pay for our services unless we recover on your behalf.

Please call us at 888-241-3130 or contact us online to schedule your complimentary, no-obligation consultation. We serve clients from across Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas via offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Springdale, AR.

The information found on this website has been prepared for information purposes only; the information should not be construed as legal advice nor does the information imply any guarantee as to the results of future litigation. You should not act or rely upon this information without seeking formal professional counsel specific about your case. Carr & Carr Attorneys' offer to provide a free case evaluation is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship between Carr & Carr Attorneys and you.